Experimental Portraiture with Ink, Tea and Alcohol
A course by Carne Griffiths , Artist
Discover how to paint dynamic portraits with a variety of methods and materials as you explore your creative flow and embrace the element of surprise
Discover how to paint dynamic portraits with a variety of methods and materials as you explore your creative flow and embrace the element of surprise
The journey of painting can be just as important as the end result; as you let go of control, you open the door to unexpected results. Artist Carne Griffiths’ focuses on his senses and spontaneity when painting, allowing his materials to steer him. His work has appeared globally in exhibitions, on covers of the New York Observer, in Hunger magazine, and in brand projects with Peroni and Microsoft, among others.
In this course, Carne shows you experimental methods to create striking portraits with ink, tea, and alcohol. Explore sketching techniques, abstract mark making, and dynamic splashes and strokes. Let your creative flow guide you.
What will you learn in this online course?
17 lessons & 13 downloads
- 99% positive reviews (468)
- 10,337 students
- 17 lessons (3h 53m)
- 13 additional resources (2 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
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- Level: Beginner
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What is this course's project?
Create a layered portrait from a photograph, combining both free, expressive painting with detailed linear work, and using ink, tea, and alcohol.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is aimed at anyone that is interested in exploring a new approach to painting.
Requirements and materials
No previous knowledge or experience is required to take this course.
In terms of materials, you will need a fountain pen with two or three colors of ink, some tea, and alcohol. The teacher will also be using gold leaf as an optional extra.
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A course by Carne Griffiths
Liverpool-born artist Carne Griffiths had a fascination with drawing from childhood, and went on to study at the Kent Institute of Art and Design where he began to explore the possibilities of experimentation and surrealist principles. After graduating, Carne spent 12 years at M. Hand & Company, first as an embroidery designer and understudy before becoming one of the directors, working on high profile projects with Chanel, Burberry and UK stage musicals, among many more. However, Carne missed having full control over the creative process, and left the company in 2010. It was then that he began drawing and creating works in fountain pen ink and water, and accidently dipped his brush into a glass of brandy.
This led to experimenting with tea, and soon Carne developed a natural style of painting that brought his expertise and interests together. In the same year Carne established his own studio, and since then has exhibited globally, including at the Royal Academy, and the London Art Fair, amongst others, with solo exhibitions in Brighton, Hong Kong, and Milan. His work has appeared on several covers of the New York Observer, seen him collaborate with British photographer Rankin for a six page feature in Hunger magazine, and he’s worked with brands including Microsoft, Peroni, and Lakes Distillery.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Techniques and Rituals
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Materials
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Basics of Ink, Tea and Alcohol
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Principles of Drawing and Basic Linework 1
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Principles of Drawing and Basic Linework 2
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Botanical and Pattern Elements
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Glass Effects and Refractions
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U3
Starting Your Portrait
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First Sketch and Adding Ink 1
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First Sketch and Adding Ink 2
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Experimental Liquid Techniques
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Linework and Tone
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Floral Elements with Ink
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Patterns, Abstract Marks and Glass Effects
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U4
Embellishing and Sharing Your Work
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Drips and Runs in Gold Leaf
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Removing Frame and Tearing Edges
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Scanning and Archiving
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FP
Final project
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Experimental Portraiture with Ink, Tea and Alcohol
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Bellissimo corso, grazie! Originale, ben spiegato, d'ispirazione.
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heathermnelson50
This is a very interesting and beautiful course. I was able to immediately start practicing and I had a lot of fun. It gave me some wonderful techniques.
nicolajandrew
PlusI loved this course - so unusual and it fits with my ideas of art and play really well. I so much want to explore these ideas further
maximus17
Great course! Definitely to do it again.